Etrusco-Corinthian Pottery Oinochoe, circa 450 BC

An elegant Etrusco-Corinthian pottery oinochoe, featuring a trefoil spout, high-arching handle, and pedestal base. Decorated with stylized palmettes and lotus motifs in red and black over a buff clay ground, this 5th-century BC vessel reflects a fusion of Greek Corinthian and Etruscan artistic traditions. Originally used for pouring wine or oil, it exemplifies both utilitarian function and decorative refinement in ancient Italic domestic and ceremonial contexts. Height 22cm.